Our Story
Family-run for over 100 years
Hi! Welcome to our store. We are a family business that has operated in Toronto, Ontario since 1906. Since then, we have owned and operated pharmacies that specialized in compounding medicines and cosmetics to help our customers lead happy and healthy lives. Our special creams and lotions were always a popular and favorite choice for people. Because of this, we have decided to open a new venture so we can share our products with more people.
1906
Charles L. Snowdon started the first Snowdon Pharmacy in 1906 in Toronto, Ontario.
1935
Snowdon's Drugs was a traditional pharmacy that compounded medicines, cosmetics, and soda fountain drinks.
1966
Charles E. Snowdon was an avid chemist who refined our cosmetics to have their distinct pearlescent shine.
1970
Charles E. Snowdon and James E.G. Snowdon working together at the Bloor Street West location.
1975
Patricia M. Snowdon came to work alongside husband James and was eager to jump into the laboratory.
2005
James E.G. Snowdon worked to expand the cosmetic products that were offered.
2018
Snowdon Pharmacy was sold and James retired from retail pharmacy.
2021
The demand for Hand Cream, Foot Cream, and Body Lotion products has led us, as a family, to start anew as RIANVI.
Our People
James Snowdon
B.Sc.Phm., Pharm.D., RPh, Pharmacist
Patty Snowdon
B.Sc.Phm., Pharmacist (Retired)
Andrew Snowdon
B.Sc. (Hon), M.A.Sc., Ph.D.
Victoria Snowdon
B.Sc. (Hon), MBT (Biomedical)